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Illustrated women with closed eyes wearing pink and purple shirts adorned with pink ribbons, symbolizing breast cancer awareness.

Illustrated women with closed eyes wearing pink and purple shirts adorned with pink ribbons, symbolizing breast cancer awareness.

Breast Cancer and African Ancestry: What You Should Know About Prevention, Genetics, and Family Risk

Esther Aluko

4 days ago4 min read

Grilled chicken and jollof rice rice topped with onions and peppers on a black plate. Garnished with green herbs, in a cozy dining setting. Showing African foods that are must try

Grilled chicken and jollof rice rice topped with onions and peppers on a black plate. Garnished with green herbs, in a cozy dining setting. Showing African foods that are must try

10 Traditional African Foods You Must Try

Esther Aluko

7 days ago6 min read

What Are Haplogroups and What Do They Reveal About African Origins?

What Are Haplogroups and What Do They Reveal About African Origins?

What Are Haplogroups and What Do They Reveal About African Origins?

Esther Aluko

Oct 54 min read

Why Africa Needs Genomic Inclusion

Why Africa Needs Genomic Inclusion

Why Africa Needs Genomic Inclusion

Esther Aluko

Sep 276 min read

Collage of African wedding couples in colorful traditional attire. Bold "African Weddings" text in center. Backgrounds vary, vibrant and diverse.

Collage of African wedding couples in colorful traditional attire. Bold "African Weddings" text in center. Backgrounds vary, vibrant and diverse.

African Weddings: Traditions, Fashion, and Heritage That Inspire the World

Esther Aluko

Sep 185 min read

Illustration of a woman with long hair holding her stomach, looking pained. Abstract background with pastel shapes in pink and beige. She is experiencing PCOS bloating.

Illustration of a woman with long hair holding her stomach, looking pained. Abstract background with pastel shapes in pink and beige. She is experiencing PCOS bloating.

Why African DNA Research Matters in PCOS Awareness

Esther Aluko

Sep 55 min read

A DNA strand made of various fruits and vegetables on a dark plate, set against a white background, symbolizing nutrition and health.

A DNA strand made of various fruits and vegetables on a dark plate, set against a white background, symbolizing nutrition and health.

Nutrigenomics Testing for Personalized African and African American Nutrition

Esther Aluko

Aug 306 min read

Smiling couple at airport with passports, posing next to a purple suitcase. Modern, bright setting with glass and metal background.

Smiling couple at airport with passports, posing next to a purple suitcase. Modern, bright setting with glass and metal background.

10 African Countries You Can Visit on a Budget

Esther Aluko

Aug 254 min read

Three faces from different race closely aligned, each wrapped in colorful fabric: red, orange, and teal. The mood is serene and focused on diversity.

Three faces from different race closely aligned, each wrapped in colorful fabric: red, orange, and teal. The mood is serene and focused on diversity.

Ancestry vs. Race vs. Ethnicity: What’s the Difference and Why It Matters

Esther Aluko

Aug 234 min read

A couple wearing a handwoven fabric traditionally made from cotton or silk.

A couple wearing a handwoven fabric traditionally made from cotton or silk.

10 Traditional African Outfits and What They Represent

Esther Aluko

Aug 58 min read

Sickle Cell Anemia in Africa: Why Awareness Still Falls Short and What We Can Do

Sickle Cell Anemia in Africa: Why Awareness Still Falls Short and What We Can Do

Sickle Cell Anemia in Africa: Why Awareness Still Falls Short and What We Can Do

Esther Aluko

Jul 276 min read

Why Igbo-Ora, Nigeria Has the Most Twins in the World

Why Igbo-Ora, Nigeria Has the Most Twins in the World

Why Igbo-Ora, Nigeria Has the Most Twins in the World

Esther Aluko

Jul 213 min read

White 3D button with "Free VISA" text in black and blue on a dark blue background, suggesting a promotional theme.

White 3D button with "Free VISA" text in black and blue on a dark blue background, suggesting a promotional theme.

Africa is Calling: Visa-Free Travel Is Here for Africans

Fidelis Okoro

Jul 172 min read

Surprised woman in yellow shirt points up. Text: "10 Surprising Traits Your DNA Can Reveal" on white background. Website link visible.

Surprised woman in yellow shirt points up. Text: "10 Surprising Traits Your DNA Can Reveal" on white background. Website link visible.

From Your Taste in Herbs to Your Sun-Induced Sneezes: 10 Surprising Traits Your DNA Can Reveal

Esther Aluko

Jul 154 min read

Ancient stone castle with tall towers and battlements, surrounded by lush greenery. The scene is peaceful with earthy colors and a historic vibe.

Ancient stone castle with tall towers and battlements, surrounded by lush greenery. The scene is peaceful with earthy colors and a historic vibe.

Uncovering Africa’s Royal Past: The Kingdoms You Weren’t Taught About

Esther Aluko

Jul 58 min read

Illustration of the lower body of a woman with blue hands knitting a yellow DNA helix on a dark background, using red knitting needles. The scene is serene and scientific.

Illustration of the lower body of a woman with blue hands knitting a yellow DNA helix on a dark background, using red knitting needles. The scene is serene and scientific.

How DNA is Revolutionizing Preventive Health Care

Esther Aluko

Jun 215 min read

Blindfolded person in a dark room, gripping a chain and shouting. Dim lighting highlights intense expression and maroon blindfold.

Blindfolded person in a dark room, gripping a chain and shouting. Dim lighting highlights intense expression and maroon blindfold.

The Legacy of Black Innovators Across the Diaspora

Courtney Johnson

Jun 144 min read

Smiling family of three opens a gift in a cozy living room. The father unwraps a blue box, while the mother and son watch happily.

Smiling family of three opens a gift in a cozy living room. The father unwraps a blue box, while the mother and son watch happily.

Fatherhood, Legacy and the African Diaspora: Honoring the Roots That Raised Us

Courtney Johnson

Jun 73 min read

Six women pose confidently against a vibrant, colorful mural of flowers on a brick wall. They're dressed in stylish white outfits.

Six women pose confidently against a vibrant, colorful mural of flowers on a brick wall. They're dressed in stylish white outfits.

Recovering Roots, Honoring Freedom: A Juneteenth Reflection

Courtney Johnson

May 313 min read

Person with braided hair in a tan shirt looks seriously at the camera. Beige background with a calm, introspective mood.

Person with braided hair in a tan shirt looks seriously at the camera. Beige background with a calm, introspective mood.

Honoring Our Roots, Reclaiming Our Future, Ending Harmful Traditions Through Ancestral Awareness

Courtney Johnson

May 233 min read

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